Walz highlights small-town roots on his biggest stage yet: From the Politics Desk
23 Aug
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Walz highlights small-town roots on his biggest stage yet: From the Politics Desk

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Politics tamfitronics Welcome to a special edition of From the Politics Desk, bringing you the highlights from the third day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago. Sign up to receive this newsletter in your inbox every weekday here.Walz touts ‘freedom’ message and small-town roots as he accepts VP nominationBy Sahil KapurCHICAGO — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz introduced himself to his largest audience yet Wednesday as he capped off the third day of the Democrats’ convention, touting his vision of “freedom” and excoriating the GOP while accepting the party’s vice presidential nomination.“When Republicans use the word ‘freedom,’ they mean that the government should be free to invade your doctor’s office, corporations free to pollute your air and water, and banks free to take advantage of customers,” Walz told the crowd. “But when we Democrats talk...
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The tech that changed elections forever
23 Aug
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The tech that changed elections forever

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Politics tamfitronics What’s the most important technology in the history of politics? Born on the battlefield and evolved at a pivotal time in US history, the walkie-talkie-lookie changed the way Americans saw politicians. Literally. In 1952, Dwight D. Eisenhower and Adlai Stevenson were squaring off in the US presidential election and the walkie-talkie-lookie helped beam the candidates into the homes of millions of voters for the first time.Right before the conventions in the June 1952 issue of Popular Sciencereporter Gardner Soule wrote that the new “walkie-talkie-lookie” would make it possible to “pursue a Presidential candidate or a delegate right up to the door of his bathroom.” Soule also noted that this technology and its ability to follow a subject anywhere was “a thought to chill almost anyone,...
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Brewing Trouble: Starbucks Stirs Up 6% Decline as Pricey Lattes and Politics Leave Customers Steamed
23 Aug
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Brewing Trouble: Starbucks Stirs Up 6% Decline as Pricey Lattes and Politics Leave Customers Steamed

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Politics tamfitronics Starbucks, the coffee giant that once dominated the U.S. market, is now facing a significant decline in its customer base due to rising prices, long wait times, and controversial political stances. According to a report by The Wall Street Journal on Friday, these factors contributed to a 6% drop in U.S. orders in the quarter ending June 30, 2024. The onslaught of customer dissatisfaction has left Starbucks struggling to maintain its position as a leader in the coffee industry.Politics tamfitronics Rising Prices Drive Customers AwayOne of the most significant factors leading to Starbucks' decline is the increasing cost of its products. For many loyal customers, the prices have reached a tipping point. Dan Palmer, a 66-year-old from suburban Chicago, exemplifies this frustration. He used to enjoy a daily mango dragonfruit refresher, but the...
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